H-1B Visa Compensation Specialist Jobs
Compensation Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Employers filing LCAs must certify they'll pay the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level, making wage transparency a built-in feature of the process.
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INTRODUCTION
At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Sr Compensation Manager to own compensation support to ensure alignment with T-Mobile's compensation strategies and goals. This role is responsible for the development and consistent implementation and administration of compensation strategy, processes, programs and policies to support T-Mobile's B2B compensation standards and pay equity strategies. This role provides guidance and governance of compensation programs and decisions related to incentive plans, broad-based compensation, job architecture, market pricing objectives or pay equity initiatives. Additionally, you are providing research, analysis and insights to find opportunities and solve business needs related to market competitiveness or pay equity metrics.
This is a hybrid role (3 days/week in the office) and can be based in Bellevue, WA, Frisco, TX, or Overland Park, KS.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Owns compensation support for assigned B2B client groups, partnering directly with HR and business leaders to diagnose compensation needs, develop, and implement solutions.
- Provides subject matter expertise on incentive compensation, market pricing or pay equity and compensation standards.
- Researches and continuously aligns programs and approaches to company-wide compensation strategy and philosophy.
- Prepares studies, analyses and recommendations on subjects such as incentive plan design, market competitiveness, organizational change or pay equity movement.
- Recommends solutions and alternative actions to resolve compensation-related challenges. Specific responsibilities may be related to job architecture and framework, job evaluations and pricing, engaging with internal/external counsel, creating or presenting compensation dashboards, and educating/influencing leaders on particular compensation goals and approaches.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree and 7 years of related work experience or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent
- 7–10 years of progressive experience in compensation management and consulting, including broad-based compensation or sales incentive plan design, administration, and optimization.
- Strong understanding of compensation principles, market trends, and business drivers, with demonstrated ability to develop competitive, scalable compensation solutions that align with organizational goals, financial objectives, and talent strategies.
- Experience designing, evaluating, and managing sales incentive compensation plans that align with business objectives, drive performance, and balance market competitiveness, internal equity, and financial considerations.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex compensation data, conduct market analysis and salary benchmarking, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Strong attention to data accuracy, auditing, and integrity.
- Proven ability to support senior leaders and consult with Sr HR partners, providing strategic compensation guidance, navigating complex business challenges, and influencing decisions without direct authority.
- Exceptional relationship management, collaboration, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex compensation concepts, deliver data-driven recommendations, and build alignment across HR, Finance, Sales Operations, and business leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex compensation initiatives, manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and ensure compliance with compensation policies, applicable regulations, and pay equity requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience supporting B2B or enterprise sales organizations.
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
TRAVEL:
Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes
DOT REGULATED:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
COMPENSATION
- Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $122,640 - $221,280
- National Base Pay Range: $102,200 - $184,400
The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.
The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, click here.
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.
Never stop growing!
As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable!
T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@t-mobile.com or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Compensation Specialist
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to compensation analysis. A business, HR, or finance degree strengthens your case. If your degree is in an unrelated field, document how your coursework covers quantitative analysis, labor economics, or pay structures.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location before you enter salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify at or above that wage, so knowing the floor protects you.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Companies that have filed PERM applications for HR or compensation roles have already built the compliance infrastructure for employment-based sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B LCA filing history in compensation and total rewards job categories.
Verify the employer is E-Verify enrolled
H-1B employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Before accepting an offer, confirm enrollment status directly with HR. Some smaller consulting firms or boutique compensation practices sponsor H-1B workers but haven't formalized E-Verify compliance, which creates filing risk.
Request the LCA before your start date
Ask your employer for a copy of the certified LCA and confirm the job title, worksite address, and wage level match your actual role. Discrepancies between your offer letter and the LCA can trigger RFEs or compliance audits during H-1B adjudication.
Benchmark your role against O*NET classifications
Review the O*NET occupation profile for Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists to confirm your duties align with what USCIS expects for a specialty occupation. Roles that lean heavily on administrative tasks rather than analytical work face higher RFE rates.
H-1B Visa Compensation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compensation Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, business administration, finance, or industrial-organizational psychology. Roles focused primarily on data entry or benefits administration without analytical responsibilities may not meet the specialty occupation threshold. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports the degree requirement argument when documented correctly in the I-129 petition.
How does prevailing wage work for H-1B Compensation Specialist positions?
Your employer must file an LCA with the DOL certifying they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code, job level, and work location. Wage levels run from Level I through Level IV, and compensation analyst roles at larger companies typically fall at Level II or III. You can verify the applicable wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Compensation Specialists?
Large corporations with dedicated total rewards or HR analytics teams sponsor most H-1B petitions for this role, particularly in tech, finance, healthcare, and professional services. Consulting firms that advise clients on compensation strategy also sponsor, though less frequently. You can search for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in compensation roles on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change compensation roles?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, as long as your original H-1B has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a fresh LCA for your specific worksite and role before submitting the transfer petition to USCIS.
Does remote work affect my H-1B LCA if I work as a Compensation Specialist from home?
Remote work creates a worksite compliance issue. If you work from a location not listed on your certified LCA, your employer must file an amended LCA covering that address before you begin working there. The DOL requires the LCA worksite to match where you actually perform your duties, so a home office in a different metro area or state typically requires a new LCA and potentially an amended H-1B petition.